Andrew Way - Associate Director, Steel Construction Institute
The advantages of light steel framing systems have long been recognised and as the industry is more technically advanced than other material sectors, keeping up with the latest innovations can prove challenging. As the only specialist event of its kind, Focus on Framing taking place on 25 April 2023, at the Building Centre, London – provides a solution. With expert speakers, product displays, and the opportunity to meet industry leaders throughout the event, Focus on Framing promises to deliver a packed schedule.
As a structural engineer with over 25 years of experience in the steel construction sector, Andrew Way, Associate Director for the SCI (Steel Construction Institute), will be presenting at the event. In this LSFA blog post, Andrew talks about how these networking opportunities play an important role in boosting engagement and increasing the specification of light steel frame.
I can appreciate more than most, the long-term benefits of light steel frame, we only have to look at the circular economy advantages where recycling and reuse are massively important in our sector. Then there is the safety aspect and with the introduction of the Building Safety Act in April 2022, light steel frame provides a significant solution in meeting the new regulation requirements.
The industry is evolving, and now panelised systems offer high levels of pre-manufactured value with factory fitted non-combustible boarding and insulation. Some manufacturers have taken this a step further to include doors, windows, and even external cladding.
The SCI has been a trusted, independent source of information for over 30 years. Focus on Framing offers a valuable opportunity for us as light steel frame professionals to engage with the wider construction community on a more personal and direct level. As architects, engineers, specifiers and developers are looking for ways to increase building safety performance and reduce environmental impact, Focus on Framing brings together a wealth of industry knowledge and we have valuable insight and technical information to share.
Hosted by the Light Steel Frame Association (LSFA), the Focus on Framing conference and exhibition will be taking place on Tuesday 25 April 2023 at the Building Centre, London.
To find out more or to book your place at Focus on Framing, please visit:
www.lsf-association.co.uk/focus-on-framing
